Article
Food Science & Technology
Yingjun Cui, Rongfei Zhang, Meng Cheng, Yanli Guo, Xiangyou Wang
Summary: The addition of thymol encapsulated in mesoporous nano-silica improved the properties of potato starch film. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) were used to evaluate the encapsulation rate of MCM-41. The effects of Thy-MCM-41 on the mechanical, physical, and antioxidant properties, and the sustained release behavior of the film were analyzed.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Li-nan Sun, Li-xin Lu, Liao Pan, Li-jing Lu, Xiao-lin Qiu
Summary: Active LDPE antioxidant packaging films were developed by incorporating alpha-tocopherol loaded mesoporous silicas, showing enhanced slow release effect in fatty food. The aminopropyl grafted mesoporous silica exhibited the best slow release effect, with diffusion coefficient decreased by 32%. Interactions between the adsorbates and adsorbents were found to contribute to the enhanced slow release effect.
FOOD PACKAGING AND SHELF LIFE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuan Xie, Guiguang Cheng, Zhoushan Wu, Shang Shi, Jinghao Zhao, Lin Jiang, Dengbang Jiang, Mingwei Yuan, Yudan Wang, Minglong Yuan
Summary: In order to ensure food safety and extend shelf-life, a new type of antioxidant-active packaging film was prepared by using a poly(lactic acid) film containing phloridzin adsorbed on an MCM-41 mesoporous molecular sieve. The film showed good antioxidant and antibacterial properties and significantly delayed lipid oxidation in strawberry packaging.
Article
Polymer Science
Meng Cheng, Xiaoran Yan, Yingjun Cui, Minjie Han, Yirong Wang, Juan Wang, Rongfei Zhang, Xiangyou Wang
Summary: This study investigated the influence of red cabbage anthocyanin extract on the properties of active packaging films and found that the electrostatic interaction enhanced the stability of anthocyanins in the films and the fastest release rate was observed in distilled water.
Article
Polymer Science
Pedro V. Rodrigues, Dalila M. Vieira, Paola Chaves Martins, Vilasia Guimaraes Martins, M. Cidalia R. Castro, Ana V. Machado
Summary: By adding 3% GTE to LDPE films, the shelf-life of fresh orange juice can be extended, reducing nutrient loss and maintaining the microbial load within acceptable limits.
Review
Polymer Science
Ana G. Azevedo, Carolina Barros, Sonia Miranda, Ana Vera Machado, Olga Castro, Bruno Silva, Margarida Saraiva, Ana Sanches Silva, Lorenzo Pastrana, Olga Sousa Carneiro, Miguel A. Cerqueira
Summary: Active food packaging is an important and challenging field for finding innovative and economically viable strategies that are compatible with conventional production processes. The direct incorporation of active agents in polymer films poses challenges due to their sensitivity to high temperatures and difficulties in dispersing them in high viscosity polymer matrices. This review provides an overview of methodologies and processes used in the production of active packaging and discusses different technologies and methods for incorporating active agents.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Khadija Farousha, Vengatesan M. Rangaraj, K. Rambabu, Mohammad Abu Haija, Fawzi Banat
Summary: Encapsulating natural bioactive compounds in porous support allows for sustained release of antioxidants and antimicrobial substances. In this study, date seed extract (DSE) was successfully encapsulated in mesoporous silica matrix (MCM-41) with an encapsulation efficiency of 91%. The DSE@MCM-41 nanocarrier demonstrated sustained release of antioxidants, extended shelf life of food, and significant and sustained bactericidal effect against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Adrian Rojas, Eliezer Velasquez, Cristian Patino Vidal, Abel Guarda, Maria Jose Galotto, Carol Lopez de Dicastillo
Summary: The addition of active agents into PLA significantly affects its optical properties, polymer chain reordering, thermal properties, functionality, and compostability. The dispersion degree and crystallinity changes of AAs from specific processing techniques also impact the mechanical and barrier performance of PLA. Furthermore, the release kinetics of AAs from PLA can be modified by the different physical properties of the films resulting from specific processing techniques.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Manni Ren, Zhe Cai, Li Chen, Hafida Wahia, Li Zhang, Yang Wang, Xiaojie Yu, Cunshan Zhou
Summary: The study showed that films based on zein/chitosan incorporated with curcumin and eugenol significantly improved mechanical properties and bioactivity, playing a vital role in extending the shelf life of blueberries.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Lingyun Kuai, Fei Liu, Bor-Sen Chiou, Roberto J. Avena-Bustillos, Tara H. McHugh, Fang Zhong
Summary: Active packaging is an innovative concept aimed at meeting market demands for safe, healthy, and high-quality food. One type of active packaging, the release packaging system, can regulate the release rate of active substances to extend the shelf life of foods by inhibiting microbial growth and oxidation. Research focuses on controlled-release antioxidant packaging, highlighting challenges and opportunities in technology, design, and commercial application.
FOOD HYDROCOLLOIDS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Fatemeh Baghi, Adem Gharsallaoui, Emilie Dumas, Sami Ghnimi
Summary: Food packaging is crucial for preserving food quality and addressing environmental concerns. New technologies using natural compounds offer potential for healthier, more sustainable packaging. Challenges include stability and sensitivity, but nano/microencapsulation improves these properties. Biodegradable materials are gaining attention as an alternative to conventional plastic packaging. Ultimately, combining encapsulated natural compounds with biodegradable packaging benefits food preservation, waste reduction, and freshness. This review discusses advances in biodegradable materials and nano/microencapsulated active agents in food packaging.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Huimin Sun, Yuyang Lu, Jie Sheng, Yishan Song
Summary: This research introduced a new enzyme-responsive antimicrobial carrier using Zein-functionalized mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MCM-41) to enhance controlled-release of antibacterial components. The results showed that Zein inhibited the release of capsaicin but the presence of bacteria promoted the release. Zein-functionalized MCM-41 exhibited higher antibacterial efficacy than free capsaicin and possessed long-lasting activity, making it a potential preservative in the food industry.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Fengyu Bi, Yan Qin, Dan Chen, Juan Kan, Jun Liu
Summary: Luteolin-loaded nanoemulsions showed high stability and encapsulation efficiency. Incorporating nano-encapsulated luteolin into chitosan-based film enhanced water vapor and oxygen barrier abilities, while slowing down the release rate in fatty food simulant.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
S. Mohan, T. G. Unnikrishnan, Umang Dubey, M. Ramesh, K. Panneerselvam
Summary: Antimicrobial and biodegradable film-forming biopolymers, such as chitosan combined with Mustard oil, show great potential for applications in food packaging. The inclusion of Mustard oil improves the physical, mechanical, thermal, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties of the film. Additionally, the composite films demonstrate good soil biodegradation, making them environmentally friendly.
JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Liqiang Xiao, Zheng Yao, Yongbin He, Zeyu Han, Xujing Zhang, Chengcheng Li, Pengwu Xu, Weijun Yang, Piming Ma
Summary: The lignin-zinc oxide hybrid particles were successfully synthesized using a hydrothermal method, and their addition to PBAT resulted in improved mechanical properties. The PBAT/LZn composite films exhibited UV shielding, antioxidant, and antibacterial activities, making them suitable for active food packaging.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Imene Chentir, Chouaib Aribi, Ahmed Fouzi Tarchoun, Hela Kchaou, Melisa Lamri, Moncef Nasri, Djalal Trache
Summary: This study developed innovative food packaging materials by blending bovine gelatin with crude sweet orange juice pomace pectin. The addition of sweet orange juice pomace pectin improved the structural properties, antibacterial activity, and antioxidant potential of the gelatin-based packaging. The G-SOPP (50/50) film showed efficient antibacterial activity, high antioxidant potential, and delayed photooxidation of virgin olive oil.
PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Esther Emily Silva Freitas, Euder Reis Dias, Mara Marcia Sampaio Albuquerque, Ilka Borges Biondi, Carla Rodrigues Cardoso Branco, Renato Souza Cruz, Alexsandro Branco, Geany Peruch Camilloto
Summary: The aim of this study was to develop poly(lactic acid) (PLA)-based films with antioxidant activity by incorporating Malpighia emarginata DC pomace extract (MEPE). The results showed that MEPE exhibited good antioxidant activity and improved the antioxidant properties of the films. Despite changes in the physical properties of the films, they have potential for application as active food packaging.
PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE
(2024)